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X153 KET

2001 Mercedes-benz Vario

Black Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

75,488 mi
Last recorded75,488 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario141,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX153 KET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 75,488 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 75,488 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 69,202 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 64,980 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 64,914 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted inner pad (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 62,764 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 61,031 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

PAINT SHARP EDGES

rear fan pipes corroded front to rear x two

Fail 14 Nov 2019 61,031 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

PAINT SHARP EDGES

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid prs done (3.5 (a))

rear fan pipes corroded front to rear x two

Pass 28 Aug 2018 53,444 miles

12 seats fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Aug 2018 53,444 miles

12 seats fitted at time of test

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt repaired with silicone sealant (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 43,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,829 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 33,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Jan 2014 31,712 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 30,269 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 30,269 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 28,468 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 27,089 miles

First Aid kit out of date

Oil weep from of gearbox area

Pass 18 Nov 2009 25,182 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 22,708 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 22,293 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 20,628 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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X153 KET is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario in Black with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 141,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X153 KET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X153 KET registered?

X153 KET is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X153 KET safe to buy?

The MOT history for X153 KET shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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